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V818 ENP

1999 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 1085cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

106,694 mi
Last recorded106,694 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV818 ENP
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,085cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 106,694 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 106,378 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 102,393 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 93,007 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 93,007 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 81,491 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 72,175 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 71,647 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Abs wire has rubbed through outer casing recommend repair

Pass 23 Apr 2016 58,937 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 56,637 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 55,215 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 53,656 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 50,042 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 46,417 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 45,072 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 44,691 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 43,166 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 41,299 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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V818 ENP is a 1999 BMW R Series in Red with a 1,085cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 36,220 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V818 ENP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 27 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V818 ENP registered?

V818 ENP is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V818 ENP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V818 ENP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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